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Retford to Birmingham New Street train prices and times

Looking to travel from Retford to Birmingham New Street? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €86.01, with average prices for this route around €86.01.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
11:58 2h 6m, No direct Retford	14:04 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
12:51 2h 15m, No direct Retford	15:06 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
14:04 2h, No direct Retford	16:04 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
14:51 2h 15m, No direct Retford	17:06 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
15:57 2h 10m, No direct Retford	18:07 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
16:53 2h 14m, No direct Retford	19:07 Paris	Find Tickets

Retford to Birmingham New Street train route details

First train

06:13

Last train

23:20

Departure station

Retford

Arrival station

Birmingham New Street

Journey time

Distance

113 km

Price

€86.01*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Retford to Birmingham New Street

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Retford to Birmingham New Street during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Retford to Birmingham New Street for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Retford to Birmingham New Street, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Retford to Birmingham New Street ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Retford to Birmingham New Street train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Retford to Birmingham New Street with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Retford to Birmingham New Street from €86.01

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Retford to Birmingham New Street train prices and times

Retford to Birmingham New Street train route details